The Huntsville Botanical Garden is a growing non-profit garden located in Alabama. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. The Garden does not discriminate in employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Periodically, employment opportunities include: (See below for information on submitting resumes and employment applications.)

• Site Staff: full or part-time, regular or temporary-seasonal employment for Gardener and Grounds Maintenance positions. Qualifications are based on the particular opening and may include:
  • Horticultural background, plant knowledge
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in an outdoor environment
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Team player
  • Irrigation installation and maintenance knowledge
  • General mechanical skills
  • Self-motivated and detail-oriented
  • Weekend availability
  • High school diploma or GED; Master Gardener training very helpful
• Event Staff: full or part-time, regular or temporary-as-needed employment for Facility Rental, Host or Hostess, and Special Events positions. Qualifications are based on the particular opening and may include:
  • Hospitality and/or event experience
  • Excellent guest services skills
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to demonstrate creativity and initiative
  • Strong problem solving ability
  • Weekend and evening availability; flexible schedule
  • Ability to work inside and out with extended periods of standing
  • High school diploma or GED
• Gift Shop Staff: full or part-time, regular or temporary-as-needed employment for Gift Shop Assistant position. Qualifications are based on the particular opening and may include:
  • Flexible scheduling during peak times
  • Excellent guest services skills
  • Retail and/or Reception experience a plus
  • Cash register and multi-line telephone experience
  • Good communication skills/abilities
  • Weekend and evening availability
  • Strong problem solving ability
  • Ability to perform a variety of tasks
• Admin Staff: full or part-time, regular or temporary-as-needed employment for various administration positions. Qualifications are based on the particular opening and may include:
  • Strong computer skills
  • Microsoft Office and database program experience
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Good communication and organization skills
  • Ability to perform a variety of tasks
  • Attention to detail
  • High school diploma or GED

Current job openings are posted in the lobby of our visitor center. Employment applications are available at the front desk of the Linda J. Smith Visitor Center.

To Apply:
Human Resources
Huntsville Botanical Garden
4747 Bob Wallace Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35805

Fax: (256) 830-5314

Email: kgilder@hsvbg.org

When submitting a resume or employment application, please specify your area of interest and minimum salary requirements in a cover letter.

Thank you for your interest in the Huntsville Botanical Garden.